P90x

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Originally Posted by Redskins_P

I've been seriously thinking about trying P90X, but I'm still on the fence. So, I need some of you guys to give me some input in regards to my concerns.

First and foremost, how much time do I need to dedicate each day in order to reach my goal? Obviously the main goal is weight loss, but I'm also interested in toning up a little bit so I don't have to be ashamed of taking my shirt off at the beach. One thing is lose weight, but another thing is to lose it and look good (no loose skin, flab). I'm probably 25-30 lbs overweight so I have a long road ahead of me.

Reason for the question above is because I do have a 5 mth old baby at home and she obviously comes first. When I get home from work all I have time for is to get dinner ready and help my wife out with the baby. Before I can even sit down, I look at the clock and its already 9 pm.

Also, in regards to the equipment needed, should I buy the stuff offered on P90X's website or can I get the same thing at retail store for a lower price? I've seen some ads on craigslist where folks are selling the entire 13 dvd set with all the equipment for about $100 bucks. Which brings me to my last question. Do you guys think its safe to buy a used set on craigslist or should I bite the bullet and buy it brand new?

I appreciate your input guys. Thanks!

If you really want to see results and commit to the program 100%, it's a 90 day program working out 6 days per week. The workouts are about an hour long, so there's definitely quite a bit of commitment to it time wise.

As far as equipment that's kinda up to you. You need bands or dumbbells and a pull up bar. I bought the pull up bar from Beach Body, and I use these adjustable dumbbells as it's good to have a variety of weights for the different exercises

Bowflex® SelectTech® 552 Dumbbells

Beach Body has other programs that are a little less intense (still good workouts though) and not as much of a time commitment that can help you get in shape. Just something to think about because the X really is a big commitment if you want to do it right.

I'm just finishing the X right now and I've gotta admit it was tough, not the workouts so much as just the time commitment, especially with the holidays, vacations, etc. I'm going to take a little break for a while and do some other workouts, and give the X another run in the spring.